Bezos Gives $443 Million to Climate Groups in Earth Fund Push

Jeff Bezos announced $443 million in donations to climate organizations Monday as the world’s second-richest person ramps up his philanthropy.

The most recent contributions are in addition to the $791 million he gave to 16 organizations last year as part of his $10 billion commitment to his Earth Fund to fight climate change. Bezos has promised to distribute the full amount by 2030.

Of the 44 grants announced Monday, $130 million goes to help the Justice40 initiative, an effort by President Joe Biden’s administration to fight climate change and support disadvantaged communities. Another $261 million is for a plan to ...